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Comparative environmental law and regulation

Auteur
Robinson N.A.
Date
1996
Source
IUCN (ID: MON-071947)
Éditeur | Lieu de publication
Oceana Publications, Inc. | Dobbs Ferry, NY, USA
ISBN
0-379-01251-0
Type du document
Série
Langue
Anglais
Champ d'application
International
Sujet
Environnement gén.
Mot clé
Pollution sonore (de l'environnement) Déchets dangereux Terrains urbains Biotechnologie Déchets radioactifs Autorisation/permis Planification territoriale Gestion et conservation des pêches Description complète
Résumé

Published 1996. Continuously updated with new and revised material. Two looseleaf volumes. Each chapter of this publication analyzes the key environmental laws, regulations, and implementation systems and agencies of 39 countries from around the globe Agenda 21 initiated the globalization of enviornmental law and began a continuously growing body of national statutes for protecting the public health from pollution, governing industrial safety standards, establishing parks and management regimes for wetlands, wildlife habitats, and other biomes. Each country review covers similar topics concerning the potential impact of environmental laws on business transactions. This allows comparative research on how environmental laws from country to country may impact a business 's decision to enter a marketplace. The publication offers practical advice on dealing with regulatory and enforcement authorities. Access insight on: Local environmental laws and their implementation Jurisdiction of regulatory agencies When, how and where to apply for licenses and permits Prosecution policies for environmental crimes Enforcement, fines and penalties Toxic tort litigation Administrative litigation (source: Oceana Publications, Inc., International Environmental Law References)